As a Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping children and young people feel safe, supported and valued. Many of the young people we care for have experienced challenges in their lives and need positive role models who can help them build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their potential.
The relationships you build can have a lasting impact. Whether you're encouraging a young person through a difficult day, celebrating their achievements or helping them develop independence, your support can make a real difference to their future.
This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to help shape brighter futures while developing a rewarding career of your own.
No two days are the same in children's residential care. One day, you might be helping a young person prepare for school, supporting them with homework or teaching important life skills. Next, you could be taking part in activities such as sports, walks, days out, gaming, cooking, or simply spending time together and building positive relationships.
Our homes operate 24 hours a day, so you'll work a variety of shifts, including long days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins or waking nights depending on the service. While every shift is different, the focus remains the same: creating a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment where young people can thrive.
Alongside the fun and rewarding moments, you'll also help with daily routines, record keeping, care planning and supporting young people through challenges. It's a role that combines responsibility, teamwork and plenty of opportunities to make a positive impact every day.
We're looking for people who genuinely care about helping children and young people succeed.
You don't need previous experience in residential care to join us. Some of our best colleagues have come from backgrounds in retail, hospitality, education, customer service, the military and many other sectors. What matters most is your attitude, values and willingness to learn.
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
Friendly, approachable and able to build positive relationships
Resilient and able to remain calm during challenging situations
Positive, adaptable and willing to get involved in activities and experiences
Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their goals
A team player who enjoys supporting colleagues and working together
We'll provide the training, qualifications and ongoing support you need to succeed. If you're ready to make a difference, develop new skills and build a rewarding career, a Residential Support Worker role at Cambian could be the perfect fit.
Not necessarily. While experience working with children and young people can be beneficial, we welcome applications from people with a range of backgrounds. Many of our colleagues have joined Cambian from sectors such as retail, hospitality, customer service, education and the armed forces. What matters most is your attitude, values and commitment to making a positive difference. We'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
Our homes provide support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so Residential Support Workers work a variety of shifts. Depending on the service, this may include long days, evenings, weekends, sleep-ins and waking nights. Shift patterns vary between homes, but you'll receive full details during the recruitment process.
From day one, you'll receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training designed to help you develop the skills and confidence needed for the role. You'll have access to mandatory training, specialist courses and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications, helping you build a rewarding career in children's residential care.
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